Who is Sports Massage for

You don’t have to be a sports person to feel the benefits! Muscular tension, stress and fatigue can affect all of us.

You can be anyone - competitive or recreational athletes, DIY fanatics, gardeners, busy housewives, in physically demanding jobs, or stressed executives. Active or passive – you will find this type massage relaxing and therapeutic.

Many people appreciate the deep treatment offered by a sports massage therapist as they can really feel those knots being ‘ironed out’. You will become aware of how your body reacts and tenses up under stress and by taking early action to reduce their stress levels and relax.

Sports massage tends to be deeper and more intense. It is based on the various elements of Swedish massage and often incorporates a combination of techniques similar to Acupressure and Shiatsu. The skilled therapist brings together this blend of techniques, knowledge and advice during treatment, to work effectively with the client to bring about optimum performance.

Information found at - http://www.vickisportsmassage.co.uk/the-purpose-of-sports-massage/